USS Arondight – NCC 80477
Stardate 10505.01

Crew Roster
CO K’Beth	Beth
FCO Chottu	Martijn
OPS Ko’Bil	Rich
CEO Syren	Noel
CTO Grey-Feather	Ted
TO Kizlev	Delon
CMO Jakiel	Theresa
CNS DiDomnia	Erin

PROLOGUE: The Arondight is on course for its new homeport, DS76 better known as Ke'Po Vor.  The have recently stopped to rendezvous with a transport bringing aboard a few more new crewmembers and are now back on course at warp 7.

<<<<<<<<<< BEGIN MISSION >>>>>>>>>>

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::finishes putting things away in his quarters and decides to walk about the ship to get the feel of it::
 
CO K’Beth
 ::in ready room going finishing up the paperwork from the day.  A cup of hot coffee on her desk, Dog curled up in the corner of her desk giving out little doggie snores::

CNS DiDomnia
 ::returning to her quarters after a shift full of appointments, resisting the urge to run down the hall to see if there is any news from the El Aurians about Ray::

CTO Grey-Feather
 ::while Elizabeth takes a nap, walks the halls of the ship with his dog getting familiar with the ship::
 
TO Kizlev
 ::in the gymnasium with Rhianna, drilling some basic sword strokes with her using wooden bokken sticks::
 
CEO Syren
 ::sitting in the crew lounge reading the latest messages from his family and friends:: 

FCO Chottu
 ::at flight watching the ship cruise along::

CMO Jakiel
 ::swings right, almost kneeling, as her leg gives out from exhaustion with the effort::  No!  Not this time!

CNS DiDomnia
 ::enters her quarters and without even waiting for the doors to close, goes over to the desk and looks for new messages - once again, there are none::

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::sees the CTO walking down the hall with his dog and gets as far as he can to the opposite side watching the dog nervously::
 
TO Kizlev
 ::catches Rhianna as she looses her footing:: CMO: Whoa, now. Don't over-extend yourself with your cross slash. Control the sword, do not let it control you.

CTO Grey-Feather
 ::Sees the nervous ensign :: OPS: What’s the matter ensign you look like you just saw a Borg?

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO: I have never seen anything like that anywhere I have been.

CNS DiDomnia
 ::is irritated, and tries to calm herself with the fact that it's only been a day since Ray disappeared, so they might just not have had time to find anything yet - however it didn't make her any less worried::

CTO Grey-Feather
 ::with a surprised look:: OPS: What this old basset hound? You mean you have never seen a dog?
 
CO K’Beth
 ::looks at the ever growing pile of finished PADDs and tosses the one she just finished on top.  Sees about an hours more work and decides to take a break.  Looks at the lazy mutt on her desk and pokes Dog in the tummy:: Dog: Wake up...we're leaving.

CMO Jakiel
 TO: I'm sorry, I was too tense on...  ::stops, panting, when she hears herself apologizing again.  Nods respectfully and stands::  Relax more with the stroke.  I will try...
 
CEO Syren
 ::groans as his mother spends a page berating him for never calling her:: Self: Oh brother

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO: Not in the flesh I have seen picture and every one of them said that they were dangerous.
 
CEO Syren
 ::Keyser put down the PADD and reaches for his drink. Just then a very familiar looking Caitian walked into the lounge, smiling from ear to ear::

ACTION: The Beta shift duty-FCO arrives late to replace Patton, looking very apologetic

CTO Grey-Feather
 :: grins :: OPS: Some are, lust like any race.  But the only way jay here is going attack is if you do something to me or Elizabeth.  :: Chuckling:: But it you did that it is more likely I will damage you more than the dog
 
CEO Syren
 ::Keyser jumps to his feet and claps her in a hug:: Macxa: When did you get back!
 
TO Kizlev
 ::nods approvingly at her:: CMO: That should be enough for today. This was only your first time. I just wanted you to get a feel for the training equipment. Let's call it a day for now.

FCO Chottu
 ::hisses lightly looking at the time, turning around putting on a smile:: Beta_FCO: Hey, was starting to worry about you.
 
CO K’Beth
 ::stands up and stretches a little, pleased to feel that all the aches and stiffness of their 'vacation' was finally gone.  Grabs her coffee cup and walks out of the ready room barely giving Dog time to jump down and run to her place behind the Captain.  Chuckles:: Dog: You're quick...I'll give you that.

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO: Then I will make it a point to not hurt you or Elizabeth who ever that is.
 
CEO Syren
 <Macxa> CEO: I came on that transport yesterday. Didn't you get my letter?

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: My fiancée and one of the nurses.  You want to pet jay-jay :: points to the dog ::

Beta FCO
::hangs their head in shame::  FCO: Sorry, sir.

CMO Jakiel
 ::had thought she was in good shape until today and resolves to workout more often::  Self:  That was only a feel?  TO:  If you think that was long enough, then I will agree...

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO: Sure. ::reaches down nervously to pet the dog::

CNS DiDomnia
 ::in five minutes time, has tried running a hot bath, reading a book, reviewing some seido katas, all in an attempt to get rid of the nervous feeling she had for her friend, and so far none of it was working all that well::

CO K’Beth
 ::walks onto the bridge and looks around, sees the Beta_FCO hanging her head and looks at her puzzled but sees the FCO there and doesn't say anything.  Let's him handle his own department.::

CTO Grey-Feather
 <Jay-jay> :: sniffs the Takarans hand then wags tail ::

FCO Chottu
 ::stands up from his seat, brushes it off and makes a motioning gesture:: Beta_FCO: If such would be to your pleasing?

Beta FCO
::takes the offered seat quickly and sets to work::

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::stokes the back of the dogs head:: CTO: He is rather nice isn't he.
 
CEO Syren
 ::Keyser scrolls down his PADD and finds Macxa's message from almost a week ago:: Macxa: Well um you know I’ve just been so busy--
 
TO Kizlev
 CMO: Good... ::goes over to get his bag for his uniform:: ...you know, I think it's rather nice not being chief of a tactical department this time. Time seems to come more easily now. So much less paperwork too. ::heads into the changing room::

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: Yes he is a good dog.  He seems to like you

CTO Grey-Feather
 <Jay-jay> ::licks OPS hand::

FCO Chottu
 ::shakes his head and heads to the TL, then nods at the CO as he passes her::
 
CEO Syren
 <Macxa> CEO: and you haven't been reading your mail because you're hiding from your mother. 

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::jerks his hand back quickly:: CTO: He tried to eat me.
 
CO K’Beth
 ::sees the Duty Officer stand up and about to acknowledge her but waves him back down as she is just passing through.  Heads to the turbo lift and enters after the FCO:: FCO: Lt, everything going all right?

CTO Grey-Feather
 ::laughs very loud:: OPS: He was showing affection...they don't wag their tail and try to kill you at the same time  ::still laughing::

CMO Jakiel
 :: does not know if he is teasing her or not::  TO:  Yes, it would be nice...not to have all that paperwork.  ::Called after him.  Has already had to work extra hours.  Tiredly reaches down and grabs her gym bag, heading for the shower::

FCO Chottu
 CO: Fine fine, everything is calming down, people are getting a bit more relaxed and a little on the forgetful side I guess.

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::Chuckles:: CTO: As I said I have never seen a live one before so I don't know how they react.

CNS DiDomnia
 ::decides nothing in here is going to take her mind off the problem, and nothing she can do will make the problem go away, so she exits her quarters and goes for a walk, not entirely sure where she is headed::

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::reaches back down and pets the dog::
 
CO K’Beth
 ::chuckles:: FCO: I just hope they don't forget to steer. ::motions to the control pad:: What's your destination?
 
TO Kizlev
 ::pats his face with a dry towel after dressing into his uniform, having not broken much of a sweat:: CMO: I think I'll be heading up to the bridge. It must be the one place I haven't been to yet since we left Sol. I'll see you later, Rhianna. ::takes his bag and exits::

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: Don't worry ensign he listens to my commands very well.
 
CEO Syren
 ::hangs his head:: Macxa: I'm not hiding, it's just that we've had a disagreement. Very minor, nothing to worry about. Tell me about OCS, Ensign Macxa

CTO Grey-Feather
 <Jay-jay> :: wags tail again::

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO: That is good to hear. By the way my name is Ko’Bil I am the new OPS Officer.

CMO Jakiel
 ::wishes heartedly the shower had real warm water since it did nothing to soothe her sore muscles.  Pulls on a green spaghetti strap top and soft dark green pants and heads out::  TO:  I'm going to get something to eat for now, maybe I will come up there later.

FCO Chottu
 CO: Eh, I hadn't really.. hrm, quarters I guess. Seems I'm not exempt from being forgetful either.
 
TO Kizlev
 ::waves in Rhianna's direction after hearing her last words then heads down towards the TL::

CTO Grey-Feather
 :: offers his hand to shake:: OPS: Nice to meet you Ko’Bil I am Joshua Grey-feather, the new CTO
 
CEO Syren
 <Macxa> ::rolls her eyes and sits down across from Keyser:: CEO: You know all about OCS, I’ve written you every week. Stop changing the subject and tell me what happened between you and your mother
 
TO Kizlev
 ::enters the lift: TL: Deck 2.

CNS DiDomnia
 ::watches the people she passes curiously as she walks down the hallways - they all seem to be glad to be back "home" after their latest vacation... if you could call it that::
 
CO K’Beth
 ::grins:: FCO: Well you are welcome to join me in the lounge for a drink.  ::looks at him for a second and realizes that she never sees him out and about:: In fact...why don't I make that a very strong request.

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::takes the CTO's hand:: CTO: It is good to meet you too. Maybe we can get together later and visit.

CMO Jakiel
 ::leans against the turbolift wall, closing her eyes...for just a second, heading for the lounge, feeling hunger pangs hit her hard now::

FCO Chottu
 ::stretches, scratches his ear and bites his lip shielded by his hand:: CO: Uh.. I guess

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: How about we head for the lounge, first round is on me
 
CO K’Beth
 <Dog> ::puts her paws up on the FCO's leg and wags her tail, trying to jump up and lick his face::
 
TO Kizlev
 ::takes the quick ride to deck 2 with the intention of a quick stop to his quarters:: Self: Hmm, seems to run faster than on an Intrepid class... ::exits and heads down the corridor::

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO: That sounds like an offer that I can't refuse Thank you.
 
CO K’Beth
 FCO: Excellent answer, even Dog agrees. ::orders the TL to the lounge::

CMO Jakiel
 ::feels a hand on her shoulder, gently shaking her and opens her eyes quickly, blinking, standing away from the wall::  <Random officer> Rough day at the office?  ::smiles::
 
CEO Syren
 ::sighs and waves for the waiter to come over:: Macxa: Fine, if you must know. First, you know that I love this job, I love Starfleet and there isn't anything else I'd rather be doing than seeing the universe... 

CNS DiDomnia
 ::is so busy with a combination of watching other people and thinking about Ray's situation that she does not see the big blue officer in front of her until she almost runs smack into him::

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: Off we go then  :: starts walking towards the lounge, pats leg for Jay to follow::
 
Waiter
CEO: Yes, sir.

CTO Grey-Feather
 <Jay-Jay> ::walks next to his master::

CNS DiDomnia
 ::startled:: TO: Oh, gosh!  I was completely not watching where I was going...  ::he looks really familiar for some reason::

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::starts walking along with the CTO: CTO: You say that some of these dog are friendly and some aren't. How does a person tell when one isn't friendly?

FCO Chottu
 ::can't help but smile at dog a little::
 
CEO Syren
 Waiter: Another glass of grape juice for me and Aldebran brandy for the lady... Macxa: You're not on duty for a while yet. right?
 
TO Kizlev
 ::glances at the counselor as he walks past her, then does a double-take and turns around smiling in recognition, his antennae instantly facing her way:: CNS: I almost didn't recognize you. I didn't startle you, did I?

CMO Jakiel
 Random officer: Yes, it was.  ::glances at the panel and sees the lift is at the right floor, then belatedly realizes the man was making light.  Smiles back.  Catches the door just before it closes::  My stop.
 
CEO Syren
 <Macxa> CEO/Waiter: Not till tomorrow, brandy is fine

Waiter
::waits for the lady to answer the CEO then nods and disappears, going to fill the order and gossip about the CEO buying a lady drinks::

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: Easy they make a growling sound, kinda like a small furry version of a mad Klingon
 
CO K’Beth
 ::exits the TL when it stops and strolls casually to the lounge:: FCO: I didn't get much of a chance to see how you fared after our little 'adventure' on Earth?  Everything good as new?

CNS DiDomnia
 ::smiles:: TO: No, you didn't, the fact that I almost walked straight into you is what had me scared.  ::holds out her hand:: I don't think we've been formally introduced - I'm DiDomnia, the ship's counselor.

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO: That is good to know if any of them sound like a mad Klingon I will tend to avoid them.

FCO Chottu
 CO: Just fine, besides, the fur eventually covers the scars. ::jokingly::

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: I always try to :: grins ::
 
TO Kizlev
 ::bows his head to her respectfully and accepts the handshake:: CNS: Lt. Kizlev Hy'Qiin, senior tactical officer. I believe we met back in Himalayans on Earth.

CMO Jakiel
 ::starts to head down the hall one direction, until she remembers the map with the placement of the lounge and turns around to walk in the opposite direction, a little chagrined::
 
CEO Syren
 ::wonders about the slight grin on the waiter's face:: Macxa:...anyway, my mother never saw it my way and I could never explain to her why I wanted to leave Trill. To make matters worse, I got bonded to my symbiote just weeks before leaving for the academy. She almost refused to let me go unless...

CNS DiDomnia
 ::a figurative light goes off in her head:: TO: That's right - you and Rhianna Jakiel joined us just in time for our little "adventure"...

CNS DiDomnia
 TO: We didn't scare you off too badly, did we?
 
CO K’Beth
 ::grins as they enter the lounge:: FCO: Then it's a good thing Klingons don't have furs...half my people would wear themselves out shaving everyday to show off their scars. ::sees an empty table and heads towards it nodding to those that waved or spoke to her as she passes by::

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO; what have you heard about the Captain of this ship.

CTO Grey-Feather
 :: enters the lounge :: OPS: She is supposed to be quite formidable, an old friend of mine served under her on another ship and had only good things to say
 
TO Kizlev
 ::shakes his head grinning:: CNS: Not at all. But the next time the Captain feels the need to explore a frozen land, I would advise her to choose Andoria instead.
 
CEO Syren
 ::sips the last bit of his grape juice and sighs:: Macxa:...unless I promised to come back to Trill when I got to Lt. And I agreed. I truly never thought the time would pass so quickly

CMO Jakiel
 ::enters the lounge and heads to the bar, waiting to order.  Sets the gym bag on the floor::

CNS DiDomnia
 ::curious, as she's never been there or really even heard of it in detail:: TO: Is the whole planet like those mountains were?

Waiter
::returns with the drinks and a broad smile on his face, having heard a few juicy tidbits in the back::

FCO Chottu
 ::ponders furry Klingons, lost in thought, sits down at the table:: CO: Eh, quite.

Bartender
CMO: What can I get you little missy?
 
CEO Syren
 ::frowns at the waiter wishing he knew what was so funny:: Waiter: Thank you and just so you know - I don't like you

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::follows the CTO in to the lounge:: CTO: Then the rumors that I heard at the academy must be about another Klingon Captain.
 
TO Kizlev
 ::grins:: CNS: In some places, yes. Perhaps even more treacherous than the Himalayas, but the region around my clan's keep is much more hospitable, I assure you.

CTO Grey-Feather
 <Jay-Jay> :: Sees dog and howls a loud hound type howl ::

Waiter
::smiles more, someone in back having made a bet he would say that, walks away laughing quietly::

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: What rumors?? :: looks down at his dog to see what all the noise is about::

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::jumps at the sound of the CTO dog:: CTO: Is he sick?

CNS DiDomnia
 TO: So you had no trouble at all navigating around there...  unlike most of us who have never even heard of that kind of cold before ::grins::
 
CO K’Beth
 <Dog> ::turns and bristles at the loud-mouth intruder and stalks over...her small little legs stiff.  With an attitude of 'my ship and what are you going to do about it' ::

CMO Jakiel
 ::raises an eyebrow at the name.  Ponders for a second::  Bartender: A fruit juice and a salad, please.

Bartender
CMO: Sure thing...  ::heads to the end of the bar to enter the order::

CTO Grey-Feather
 <Jay-Jay> :: waits till Dog is close and opens his mouth wide and bays at the top of his lungs ::
 
TO Kizlev
 ::shrugs as his antennae wiggle in after-thought:: CNS: There is beauty in the snow and ice if one knows where to look. I must be going, please excuse me. ::bows to her again::

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO: Just that there is a Klingon Captain in Starfleet that rules with a whip that is used on the crew.
 
CO K’Beth
 ::looks down at Dog and sees another canine howling as if in pain.  Calls out:: CTO: Is your beast injured, Lt?

CMO Jakiel
 ::raises her hand and hails him back::  Bartender:  Excuse me!  I would like one more thing.

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: No he is just saying hi to another dog.  Hmmm must be another captain then

Bartender
::turns around and looks at the CMO, waiting::

CNS DiDomnia
 TO:  Alright - I guess I'll have to keep looking ::smiles and turns to walk away herself, glad for the momentary diversion::

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO: Must be.
 
CO K’Beth
 <Dog> ::standing with her face almost in Jay-Jay's face gets the full brunt of the howl and her ears and whiskers are blown back with the force.  Waits until Jay-Jay shuts up and then barks back at him in a scolding tone::

CTO Grey-Feather
 :: comes to attention :: Jay: Enough...down>  CO: No ma'am just the way his breed says something of importance

CMO Jakiel
 ::smiles shyly::  Bartender:  A chocolate soufflé too, if you would.
 
TO Kizlev
 ::watches her walk off, seeing her to be a woman of deep feelings, already comfortable with her presence, then turns and enters his quarters to drop his things off::
 
CEO Syren
 ::glares at the waiters back but mentally turns back to the Caitian:: Macxa: Anyway, mother's been sending me one letter everyday since she heard I was promoted to LT. She threatening to write the CO if I don't put in for a transfer.

Bartender
::smiles knowingly and nods::

CTO Grey-Feather
 <Jay-Jay> ::Hears his master's command and lays down on the spot quietly ::
 
CEO Syren
 <Macxa> ::frowns:: CEO: You think she'll really write to the CO? 
 
CO K’Beth
 <Dog> ::looks down at Jay-Jay who is now quiet...gives a sniff and a sneeze and then turns her back and walks jauntily back to lay under the Captain's table, her work done::

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::sees the captain and comes to attention beside the CTO::

FCO Chottu
 ::taps nails on the table uneasily:: CO: So, anything you'd like to discuss, something not well with the flight department? fighters?

CNS DiDomnia
 ::continues to wander, realizing that it has been forever since she had the time or inclination to just walk, without any real purpose or destination, when she hears faint dog-like noises in the distance::

CTO Grey-Feather
 <Jay-jay> :: wags tail at Dog, figures he has a new playmate ::
 
CEO Syren
 Macxa: You've never met dear old mom have you? She'd chase us down in a shuttle if it served her purpose

Bartender
::returns with the order, placing the dessert directly in front, knowing that will be the first item of business::
 
TO Kizlev
 ::sets his bag down on his bed and glances at his self-forged daisho sword set, his katana ''Retaliator'' resting prominently on the top rack of the stand flanked by two purple hued unlit candles::
 
CO K’Beth
 ::watching Dog and Jay-Jay, chuckles:: CTO: Well I hope he doesn't have much to say that is important Lt. ::sees the OPS and CTO both standing at attention:: At ease and enjoy your drinks.  Both of you.

CNS DiDomnia
 ::momentarily considers the fact that she may have lost her mind but then remembers hearing something about another dog coming on board with the transport::

CTO Grey-Feather
 :: stands at ease :: CO: Thank you ma'am.  Can I buy you a drink...scotch I believe is you preferred potable

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::motions to an empty table:: CTO: Here is an empty table.
 
CEO Syren
 <Macxa> ::smiles at the mental image of Keyser's mom chasing down and forcibly boarding the Arondight:: CEO: So what are you gonna do? You can't let her contact the CO...somehow I doubt K'Beth would be amused

TO Kizlev
 ::exits his quarters and goes over to the TL:: TL: Bridge...

CMO Jakiel
 ::turns to look at the strange noises she's been hearing and sees the Captain sitting there too and quickly faces the Bartender again::  Bartender:  Thank you.  ::looks at the dark brown peaks tempting her, but pushes it to the side and pulls the salad near::

Computer
TO: Access denied

CTO Grey-Feather
 :: nods to OPS and waits for the CO's reply ::
 
CO K’Beth
 CTO: Thank you Lt, I would be honored.
 
TO Kizlev
 ::raises an eyebrow:: Self: Denied? Hmm...indeed. ::sighs, not familiar with that security protocol:: TL: Fine, then...deck 5.

CMO Jakiel
 ::tries not to eat the salad too hastily, feeling famished::
 
CO K’Beth
 FCO: No Lt, flight is doing very well....I just think you need to pay as much attention to your R&R as you do your duties.

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::moves over to the table and takes a seat::
 
CEO Syren
 ::scratches his head:: Macxa: Well the only thing that would satisfy her is me transferring to Trill. I can't do that, I love Starfleet but it only makes sense if you're moving. What kind of explorer would I be sitting in orbit of my home planet

CTO Grey-Feather
 :: motions for the bartender to give the CO whatever she likes :: CO: Good evening captain  :: turns back quickly :: And captain a friend of mine sends his greetings , "reH tay' ghot tuqDaj je "
 
TO Kizlev
 ::grumbles as the lift stops and he exits heading towards the lounge, feeling his throat slightly parched::

FCO Chottu
 ::sighs lightly thinking to self:: Self: Even worse.

Waiter
::brings over the Captain's favorite and a padd, setting them both down on the table::

FCO Chottu
 CO: Well, I haven't spent more time on duty then is healthy ma'am..

CEO Syren
 ::chuckles at his own joke:: Macxa: I'm sorry but I’m not going back. Thing is I can't tell her that until I contact my sister. We need to put up a combined defense otherwise I’m stuck on Trill Station
 
CO K’Beth
 ::looks at the CTO and then chuckles, sees the padd and grins as she sees what's on it.  A little distractedly:: CTO: We'll have to talk about your old friend later, Lt.

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::orders a root beer from the waiter and waits for it to be delivered::
 
TO Kizlev
 ::discreetly enters the lounge and takes a seat near the door at the bar and glances about, spotting Rhianna and the Captain among the most easily noticable::

CTO Grey-Feather
 CO: Aye ma'am  :: walks over to the table and sits with OPS, orders a cream soda before the waiter leaves the table ::

CMO Jakiel
 ::finishes the salad and pushes it away from her.  Smiles and slides the chocolate back in front of her, picking up a spoon

CNS DiDomnia
 ::finds herself nearing the lounge and sees through the windows that the makers of the dog-noises were indeed the two on-board pets, and not her own imagination::

Waiter
 ::drops of the Takaran's drink::
 
CEO Syren
 <Macxa> ::shakes her head in disbelief:: CEO: You know, we don't have these types of problem on Cait
 
CO K’Beth
 ::looks up at the FCO as he answered and gets a little stern expression:: FCO: Lt...immesdiately heading into your quarters and not being seen until it is your shift time is not recreation.  Here, ::pushes the padd across the table to him:: this is a list of songs I ordered for the karaoke machine.

CMO Jakiel
 ::dips in and slowly savors the chocolate::
 
CEO Syren
 Macxa: Yeah well you have nice parents

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::looks at the Waiter and then at the drink:: Waiter; That wasn't my drink was it?
 
TO Kizlev
 ::glances at what appears to be a large dark skinned man as well as a Takaran talking to a waiter:: Self: A Takaran...? In Starfleet?
 
CO K’Beth
 FCO: I've made certain to select music from every senior officer's favorite music list.  Why don't you pick one out and give us a song....it will do you a world of good.

Waiter
 ::looks at the drink::  OPS: That would be root beer... isn't that what you wanted?
 
CEO Syren
 <Macxa> ::remembers how she had to engage in ritual battle with her father to get permission to join starfleet:: CEO: Yeah..something like that

OPS Ko’Bil
 Waiter: Yes it was and I would like it if you would please get me another one.

CTO Grey-Feather
 Waiter: Where is my cream soda?

CNS DiDomnia
 ::enters the lounge and takes a seat near the back.  grabs a book from an end-table nearby and glances at it, thinking if the book doesn't calm her nerves a little bit, the people-watching just might::
 
TO Kizlev
 ::gazes at the large native american again, then is reminded of the CTO's name, wondering if it is truly his boss indeed::

FCO Chottu
 ::seems puzzled by the simple task::

Waiter
 CTO: One moment, sir.  ::runs to the back and makes a few disparaging remarks about his new table::

CMO Jakiel
 ::senses Kizlev and turns to find him::  TO:  Kizlev?   ::not sure if he can hear her or not.  Takes another bite::

Waiter
 ::comes back moments later and gives each man their drinks and leaves before they can say a word::
 
TO Kizlev
 ::his antennae perk up as he hears Rhianna calling to him, his first instinct to look away and not be recognized, but instead nods and smiles in her direction::

FCO Chottu
 CO: No thank you, I'll have to politely bow out of that one.
 
CEO Syren
 Macxa: Yeah well if my sister doesn't get back to me soon I'm gonna have a major problem. ::shakes his head:: I really meant to go back, you know. But then I got a chance to be XO...Macxa you don't know how good it felt

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: The waiter is less than friendly
 
TO Kizlev
 ::glances towards the CTO's table again, then glances at Rhianna and then the Captain, and gets up to leave::
 
CO K’Beth
 ::drinks her scotch and looks at the bartender for a moment with a smile of approval, a very good year.  Turns back to the FCO:: FCO: Let's make that another strong...very strong suggestion, Lt.  Let's say it is done to humor your old Captain.

OPS Ko’Bil
 CTO: It could be that he is new and just a little nervous.
 
CEO Syren
 <Macxa> ::glances around the room and spots Dom:: CEO: Have you thought about speaking to the Counselor?

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: Could be he is just a jerk too :: grins ::
 
CEO Syren
 ::laughs out loud:: Macxa: And tell her what that my mommy wants me to come home? I'd be so ashamed

CTO Grey-Feather
 <Jay-jay> :: as Dog walks by he howls again at her ::
 
TO Kizlev
 ::exits the lounge and decides to head over to the TIC and see if they need any help there::

CMO Jakiel
 ::watches the Andorian, perplexed by his behavior, and looks back down at the dessert, suddenly feeling not very hungry::

FCO Chottu
 CO: Well now following that reason, if I were to listen, I'd be suggesting you're old, that wouldn't be very polite.

CNS DiDomnia
 ::the book proves to be uninteresting, but some of the people are proving most amusing - the CO trying to (like so many of them had tried and failed in doing) get the FCO to come out of his shell, Keyser being mad about something as usual, the dogs barking at each other... interesting to watch indeed::

OPS Ko’Bil
 ::jumps as the dog howls:: CTO: I am not sure if I will ever get use to that howl.
 
CO K’Beth
 FCO: IN fact, Lt...to give you a hand...we can sing a duet.  How about that?  Of course we'll have to practice...but that's okay...we have plenty of time before we reach DS76. ::smiles kindly at the FCO with a 'glad it is resolved' expression::
 
CEO Syren
 <Macxa> ::rolls her eyes:: CEO: Right, because that's the most embarrassing thing you've ever done on this ship. Suck it up.

CTO Grey-Feather
 OPS: You do unless it happens in the middle of the night

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